(CW) Group Home DSP/Caregiver

Empowering People Inc serves the most amazing people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities such as Autism and Down Syndrome! We are looking for compassionate and fun loving people to support 4 men, in their own home, through daily LIFE! How will YOU make a difference?

WE are looking to hire PT, weekends, or every other weekend, 7a-6p. We are paying $16/hour and work with Daily Pay so you can work today, get paid tomorrow.

Requirements: 18 years of age AND High School Diploma or GED, Valid driver's license, car insurance & clean driving record with less than 5 points. Must be willing to become certified to pass medications and perform other health related duties. Must be willing to take individuals out into the community for shopping, fairs, festivals, movies, restaurants and MORE!

About the Company

At Empowering People Inc, our life's work is to empower and support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We believe that every person should make decisions that directly affect their lives and we help them along that journey, every step of the way. Employees find great satisfaction in helping others and joy in the smiles on the faces of those we are blessed to serve.

Direct Support Professional Job Description

Direct support professionals (DSPs) are people who work directly with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities with the aim of assisting them to integrate with their communities. A DSP is a hero responsible to provide direct services and support to the individual, including, but not limited to: hygiene and personal care, maintaining a clean, safe living environment, meal preparation and completion of various household tasks; supervising, teaching, and assisting in every aspect of their life, with the goals of fostering increased independence, choice and empowerment. A DSP may provide transportation and supports to a Individual at home, work, school, church, and other community places. A DSP is also an advocate, helping people in communicating needs, self-expression, and goals as well as assuring justice and equality in community life.

Direct Support Professional Specific Job Duties

• Respect individual rights and confidentiality. Be a role model, promote teamwork and help to make a positive work and living environment.
• Read, know, and implement Individual’s Service Plan, documenting as required.
• Remain alert to individuals’ behavior/physical changes and notify immediate supervisor. Report all pertinent medical information to nurses and follow nurses’ directions.
• Assist with daily living needs, including but not limited to: nutrition, meals, hygiene, exercise, housekeeping, communication, and socialization skills

We also offer EXCELLENT BENEFITS for eligible employees (30 /hours per week) including tuition reimbursement for health related education including nursing school, company paid life insurance for you and supplemental plans for your family, partial company match 401(k) to plan for your future, wellness programs up to $200 for items such as gym memberships or smart watches, medical/dental/vision/supplemental insurances and MUCH more!!

Come check us out! You'll be glad you did :-)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Medication Administration certified, or willingness to be trained, to pass medications and complete other health related tasks as required for individuals served.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• DSP/STNA/Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License & Clean Driving Record <5 points (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16